CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Dodge Avenger has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 554 complaints with NHTSA, including 34 crashes, 7 fires, 35 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (163 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2012 Dodge Avenger recalls
Headrests May Not Deploy in Rear-End Crash
Certain vehicles may have a faulty occupant restraint controller (ORC), a module that controls safety systems.
Air Bags and Seat Belt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash
The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module in these vehicles can short circuit.
Most common 2012 Dodge Avenger problems
Problem areas named in the 554 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 163 |
| Air Bags | 110 |
| Electrical System | 109 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 95 |
| Engine | 87 |
| Seat Belts | 43 |
| Power Train | 31 |
| Visibility | 27 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 21 |
What owners report
My 2012 dodge avenger will shut off whenever it feels like and you lose control of power steering. It feels like itâs not getting gas. It will crank back up when it feels like.The horn honks randomly.
My car dies while im driving down the street, making it difficult to steer and qhen you try to restart it, sometimes it starts and some times it don't. But this is not the first time its happened it was just the latest
Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents. Heated air only exits the driver's side windshield and driver's side dash vents. Problem persists through all cabin air modes, and circulations. This safety issue effects visibility and passenger safety by failing to defrost/defog windows and keeping cabin tempuratures near or below freezing during cold weather (blowing cold air into the cabin).
I was driving and I stopped at a stop sign. When I got ready to go, the car stalled and stopped and wouldn't start. After 30 minutes, it started but I ended up having it towed. My mechanic was able to replicate it after putting the car in the sun, running it for 10 minutes and then driving it. When the mechanic tried to look at it, he couldn't find anything to cause it to stop. I look it to the dealership. They were unable to replicate it or find the problem. It seems to happen when the car gets hot it stops without warning. Other people in the Dodge Avenger online group have experienced the same thing. The horn also keeps beeping without warning and the airbag sign is on. I think all of the
The contact called on behalf of her son who owns a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while her son was exiting a parking lot, upon driving over a speed bump, the passengerâs side head restraint unintendedly deployed. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2012 Dodge Avenger safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Avenger 4 DR FWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 4 | 4 (11.8% rollover risk) |
2012 Dodge Avenger questions
Does the 2012 Dodge Avenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Dodge Avenger: Headrests May Not Deploy in Rear-End Crash; Air Bags and Seat Belt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash; Air Bags; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Dodge Avenger?
Based on 554 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (163), Air Bags (110), Electrical System (109).
How safe is the 2012 Dodge Avenger?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2012 Dodge Avenger up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Dodge Avenger has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.